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VYD 490W

1981 MG Bgt

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,787 mi
Last recorded50,787 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 MG Bgt56,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYD 490W
MakeMG
ModelBgt
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 50,787 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 49,087 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 46,235 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 44,393 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 44,297 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 44,255 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 43,869 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 43,248 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slightly perished on outer sidewall

Pass 1 Jul 2016 43,022 miles

Both near-side tyres perished on outer sidewalls

Pass 18 Jun 2015 42,697 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 42,401 miles

both near-side tyres perished on outer sidewalls

Fail 28 May 2014 42,401 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

both near-side tyres perished on outer sidewalls

Pass 3 Jun 2013 41,969 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 41,353 miles

nearside front wheel bearing slightly rough

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

nearside rear tyre perished sidewall

offside rear tyre perished sidewall

Pass 31 May 2012 41,353 miles

nearside front wheel bearing slightly rough

nearside rear tyre perished sidewall

offside rear tyre perished sidewall

Pass 14 Jun 2011 40,739 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 40,305 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 40,305 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 39,447 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 22 Jun 2009 39,447 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the MG Bgt?

Based on 23,228 MOT tests across 2,267 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
436
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
2,267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 671
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 659
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 598
brake binding 597
Steering rack gaiter split 538
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VYD 490W is a 1981 MG Bgt in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 MG Bgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 56,018 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Bgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 671 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VYD 490W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Bgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 45 years old, this MG Bgt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VYD 490W?

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What year was VYD 490W registered?

VYD 490W is a 1981 MG Bgt, first registered on 13 April 1981.

Is VYD 490W safe to buy?

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